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How our cohort tackled a brief from Tinder’s Ex-CPO.

Oct '25

Oct '25

Oct '25

Oct '25

2 Weeks

2 Weeks

2 Weeks

2 Weeks

Next-gen housing

Next-gen housing

Next-gen housing

Next-gen housing

AI|UX

AI|UX

AI|UX

AI|UX

We stripped away the safety net. Working with Mark van Ryswyk & his design lead, our designers learned to prioritize features under pressure, discard bad ideas quickly, and connect UX decisions to actual ROI. This wasn't a classroom exercise; it was a simulation of a Lead Designer's week.

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+20 designers

Startup Founder & Sprint Partner

Mark van Ryswyk

Ex-CPO Tinder · Ex-EVP Glu Mobile

Startup Designer & Sprint Partner

Shawn Elson

Ex-Meta product designer

Valeria Servigna Villalobos, Yummy Labs Sprint Designer (Oct ‘25)

“This has been such an enriching experience so far. Between the comprehensive information provided to the participants and the assertiveness of Carmen’s feedback, I’ve been iterating my design uncomfortably yet persistently.”

+20 designers

Startup Founder & Sprint Partner

Mark van Ryswyk

Ex-CPO Tinder · Ex-EVP Glu Mobile

Startup Designer & Sprint Partner

Shawn Elson

Ex-Meta product designer

Valeria Servigna Villalobos, Yummy Labs Sprint Designer (Oct ‘25)

“This has been such an enriching experience so far. Between the comprehensive information provided to the participants and the assertiveness of Carmen’s feedback, I’ve been iterating my design uncomfortably yet persistently.”

Experience prototype

Synthesis

JTBD Personas

Journey Mapping

Showcasing

Lo-fi Experience Prototype

AI Prototype

Fireside Chat

Lo-fi Experience Prototype

1-1 Sessions

Experience Prototype

Product Management

Explore the key stages of the sprint

Hear the problem directly from the startup.

The complete kickoff call is exclusive to sprint designers, giving you real insights into the product and the constraints behind it.

Hear the problem directly from the startup.

The complete kickoff call is exclusive to sprint designers, giving you real insights into the product and the constraints behind it.

Hear the problem directly from the startup.

The complete kickoff call is exclusive to sprint designers, giving you real insights into the product and the constraints behind it.

Top Sprinters

Each of these sprinters earned extra visibility with the startup team and a feature in our community so others can learn from their approach.

TOP SPRINTER 👑

Sofia Garay

UX Designer in Madrid
"Sofia designed a warm, intelligent experience that made the home-search journey feel personal and intuitive.
 Her flow moves seamlessly from setting preferences to discovering tailored matches, helping users understand not just what fits them, but why."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Manushri Pradeepkumar Dave

UX Designer in Savannah, GA
"Manushri’s concept stood out for its attention to detail and overall sense of flow. From polished loading moments to the option to explore quickly as a guest, every element was designed with care.
She guided users naturally through each step, using clear microcopy, balanced spacing, and calm pacing that made the experience feel effortless."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Daniela Villarreal díaz

UX Designer & Dev in Barcelona
"Daniela designed an experience that feels calm, confident, and grounded. She introduced information progressively, showing the right details at the right time, so users never felt overwhelmed.

Her flow builds trust through clarity and tone, helping users understand and believe in what the AI & community is showing them."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Sofia Garay

UX Designer in Madrid
"Sofia designed a warm, intelligent experience that made the home-search journey feel personal and intuitive.
 Her flow moves seamlessly from setting preferences to discovering tailored matches, helping users understand not just what fits them, but why."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Manushri Pradeepkumar Dave

UX Designer in Savannah, GA
"Manushri’s concept stood out for its attention to detail and overall sense of flow. From polished loading moments to the option to explore quickly as a guest, every element was designed with care.
She guided users naturally through each step, using clear microcopy, balanced spacing, and calm pacing that made the experience feel effortless."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Daniela Villarreal díaz

UX Designer & Dev in Barcelona
"Daniela designed an experience that feels calm, confident, and grounded. She introduced information progressively, showing the right details at the right time, so users never felt overwhelmed.

Her flow builds trust through clarity and tone, helping users understand and believe in what the AI & community is showing them."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Sofia Garay

UX Designer in Madrid
"Sofia designed a warm, intelligent experience that made the home-search journey feel personal and intuitive.
 Her flow moves seamlessly from setting preferences to discovering tailored matches, helping users understand not just what fits them, but why."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Manushri Pradeepkumar Dave

UX Designer in Savannah, GA
"Manushri’s concept stood out for its attention to detail and overall sense of flow. From polished loading moments to the option to explore quickly as a guest, every element was designed with care.
She guided users naturally through each step, using clear microcopy, balanced spacing, and calm pacing that made the experience feel effortless."
TOP SPRINTER 👑

Daniela Villarreal díaz

UX Designer & Dev in Barcelona
"Daniela designed an experience that feels calm, confident, and grounded. She introduced information progressively, showing the right details at the right time, so users never felt overwhelmed.

Her flow builds trust through clarity and tone, helping users understand and believe in what the AI & community is showing them."

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